Winter heating fading tans faster — hydration, lighter DHA, longer develop?

[Jade B]

Every winter my clients’ tans seem to vanish once the central heating goes on. Do you lean toward extra hydration advice, slightly lighter DHA with longer develop, or something else?

What actually helps most in practice when skin is dry and houses are warm?

[David Kay]

Central heating and hot showers dehydrate skin, so the tan sheds with the dry flakes. Hydration advice is the biggest lever: moisturise morning and night, cooler showers, and less harsh scrubbing.

Some techs drop DHA slightly and keep a solid develop window so the colour looks natural as it fades, rather than going darker and then patchy. Neither replaces moisturiser though.

Sell or recommend a simple tan extender lotion and repeat the aftercare verbally — winter regulars forget once the radiators come on.

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